About me

I’ve been teaching the Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth since 1995. My goal is to help you replace the fear and unknown about pregnancy, labor, and birth with knowledge. I have a passion for helping guide you to find your best birth. You might be feeling exactly the same way I did 30 years ago. SCARED! When I was pregnant the first time, I was absolutely terrified. I didn’t really know I was terrified because I was in denial! I was blessed to learn about The Bradley Method® of Natural Childbirth. My teacher and the Bradley Method® transformed my whole experience of pregnancy, labor, and birth. The knowledge I got in my childbirth classes replaced the immense fear I had surrounding birth and even parenthood. I’d like to help you find your vision for your own ideal birth. I found such a profound strength and power through my birth experiences of my daughter and then my son. It lit such a passion in me to help parents-to-be have safe, healthy birth experiences. I’ve been teaching since 1995.

Education

B.A. Loyola College, Baltimore, MD (1983)

Certification and training

Childbirth Educator (1995)

Lactation Educator Counselor (2018)

E-RYT, Prenatal Yoga Teacher (2001)

Memberships and affiliations

American Academy of Husband Coached Childbirth

Credentials

Languages

English

Service introduction

Here is what you’ll learn: Nutrition for Pregnancy - Learn what to eat to fuel your body so you and your baby thrive. Planning your birth - Create a birth plan that allows you to bring your little one into the world the way you imagined. Relaxation Techniques and Comfort Measures – Get natural pain relief. Reduce fear and anxiety. Positions for Labor and Birth – Speed up labor and find more comfort during labor. Medical Procedures and Medications – Knowing the risks, benefits, and alternatives of all options will empower you to make decisions that ensure a safe and healthy birth for you and your baby. Questions to Ask Doctor, Midwife, Hospital, Birth Center, Pediatrician – So that you are an active and informed participant in your healthcare decisions. Breastfeeding – Education and support increase your chances of having a successful breastfeeding relationship with your baby. Postpartum care – Learn what to expect, what’s normal, and when to ask for help. Preparation for unexpected situations, like cesarean section and emergency births – If the unexpected occurs, you’ll already know your options and how to handle the situation.

Packages

Ratings and reviews